Pedestrian Accidents
Unfortunately, if a pedestrian is hit by a car they often sustain serious injuries. The National Highway Traffic Safety Association estimates that 5,000 pedestrians are killed in car accidents each year. Injuries to pedestrians total more than 78,000. If you have been hit by a car and sustained injuries because of someone else's negligence you may be able to receive compensation for your injuries.
What would you do if you were hit by a car? There are several things you should do immediately.
- Evaluate your injuries.
- Seek immediate medical attention for injuries.
- If you are the injured party gather all of the driver's information. This includes all insurance and identification, names and addresses of drivers, driver's license numbers, and the cause of accident.
- Notify the police and file a police report. Get a copy of the police report and name and badge numbers of the police who responded to the scene. Keep all information for your records.
***Leaving the scene of a pedestrian accident is considered a criminal offense****
If you have been hit by a car or involved in another type of pedestrian accident, you should consult a qualified Personal Injury Attorney to discuss your potential case. Click Here to have your case reviewed by an attorney in your area.
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